Testimonials

Following on from our site visit last week, I just wanted to feedback to you how nice it was to visit a well run property

— Principal Environmental Health Officer, West Midlands

We cannot fault anything at all in respect of the recent housing incident (burst pipe); the tenants and support staff team were all really happy with the efficient, prompt response from IKE, along with the provision of alternate accommodation – the tenants saw this as a little treat rather than an inconvenience. They said that everything went smoothly, was well managed throughout, and resolved promptly

— Support Provider Manager, Calderdale

Mom keeps telling me I was so lucky to have had such a good start in a lovely flat in a lovely neighbourhood and she feels that this made such a difference to how I became more independent. I miss everyone at the flat’s and I also miss my landlords. I used to ring if something went wrong and they sorted it quickly, like my bath that kept gurgling.

— Samantha, former tenant, Worcester

My son was resident in IKE accommodation for a number of years. Martyn Smith’s management and support was outstanding. His ethos was empathetic and gave our son dignity and respect.

After a number of years I contacted him and even though no longer involved in our son’s housing needs, he remembered us and showed us the same standard of care and compassion. We have been very fortunate to have such a caring and helpful landlord who goes above and beyond their duty of care.
Thank you Martyn!

— PARENT OF FORMER TENANT

There has been little disruption to service provided by IKE during the pandemic and they have responded to urgent requirements in the same way as before the pandemic, and prioritised where needed. They have adapted their way of working so that there is no disruption and appear to have a taken a ‘business as usual’ approach. Where we have had issues with tenants, Cindy has been able to provide support remotely so that issues are dealt with straight away. I feel everything is operating as before with IKE and know that if there was anything needed, IKE would be only too happy to help.

— Registered Manager, Durham

IKE are extremely responsive and proactive regarding the safety and welfare of their tenants and support staff regardless of the pandemic. We have only seen an increased level of concern and vigilance from IKE Supported Housing. They take a genuine and profound interest in all their tenants wellbeing and go above and beyond their duty of care; my independent living scheme is the envy of all of the other managers in our company, who are not as fortunate as we are to have such a dedicated and compassionate landlord.

— Registered Manager, Worcestershire

I think IKE does a brilliant job, it’s a lovely building and you do more than a good job with repairs.

— TENANT, LEEDS

Our recent partnership working with IKE Supported Housing has seen the successful development of Supported Living accommodation for adults with Learning Disabilities in West Yorkshire. The process as a whole was very efficient with Martyn on hand to liaise and support the development to its logical conclusion.

IKE’s commitment, support and involvement to the overall project was excellent. I found IKE’s values and communication excellent, with a great final outcome for all parties concerned.

— Commissioning Officer (LD), Adult Health and Social Care

My son was resident in IKE accommodation for a number of years. The management and support of the company was outstanding. The ethos was empathetic and very service user focused. He wasn’t the ideal tenant at times but close liaison with Martyn, who was always patient and generous, meant that issues could be resolved amicably. I would commend IKE without hesitation-if only other organisations demonstrated such a client centred approach the world would be a better place! My son now lives independently but we would never have reached this point without the help and support he developed as an IKE tenant.

— Parent of former tenant

Having worked with Martyn and the team for over 2 years now, I can honestly say their straightforward and honest approach has made our collaboration a pleasure. With a sector that has so many convoluted and emotive elements, finding a trusted partner is paramount to achieving the ultimate goal of improving the outcomes of our tenants. From the very start, the attention to detail and the personal touch showed by IKE to the tenants has been heart warming and I look forward to continue to work with them in the future.

— Director, Specialised Supporting Housing developer

The accommodation provided by IKE is of excellent standard with quality fittings and maintenance services. IKE provide a person centred approach to each of our service users, working creatively with us as support providers to understand and meet a wide range of housing needs. The specialised support provided by IKE enables our service users to maintain their tenancies and live in an environment that suits them as individuals. They are a pleasure to work with!

— Deputy Manager Support Provider

As the parent of a tenant living in Leeds, I have occasionally liaised with IKE over the last 10 years or so. During that time I have always found them to be helpful and considerate in sorting out the inevitable small problems that occur from time to time. They are good at managing the site and are easy to work with. 10/10.

As a bonus, they also made an invaluable suggestion for a part-time work placement for my son. Several years later he is still happily working as a volunteer at Skelton Grange Conservation Centre on Fridays. He enjoys the outdoor physical activity there and is well treated and respected by all the staff. It was an invaluable suggestion that has worked out really well. A big thank you from Dad and son for your helpfulness and consideration in helping facilitate this.

— Parent and appointee of tenant